Control Systems for Live Entertainment 3rd Edition by John Huntington ISBN 0240809378 9780240809373

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ISBN 10: 0240809378 
ISBN 13: 9780240809373
Author: John Huntington

If you are interested in how control systems and computer networks are used in all areas of live entertainment, Control Systems for Live Entertainment is the industry standard reference. With a unique combined focus on computers, networking, art, and practice, this book offers an in-depth examination of control for lighting, lasers, sound, , stage machinery, animatronics, special effects, and pyrotechnics for concerts, theme parks, theatre, themed-retail, cruise ships, museums, special and other events. This new edition also includes:

.expanded emphasis on networking technology and practice
.complete coverage of important new protocols such as ACN and RDM
.completely revised and updated case studies
.a completely reorganized and revised structure

Drawing on his extensive experience in the field and classroom, author John Huntington clearly explains everything that goes on behind the scenes and inside the machines to bring bold visions to life in real-world settings

Control Systems for Live Entertainment 3rd Table of contents:

• Fundamentals of Control Systems

  • Basic Principles of Control Systems

  • Types of Control: Manual, Automated, and Integrated Systems

  • Signals, Communication Protocols, and Networking in Control Systems

  • Components of Control Systems: Hardware and Software

• Lighting Control Systems

  • The Role of Lighting in Live Entertainment

  • Basics of Lighting Control: Dimmer Systems, Moving Lights, and LEDs

  • Protocols for Lighting Control: DMX, Art-Net, and sACN

  • Programming Lighting for Shows: Creating Cues and Effects

  • Advanced Lighting Control: Real-Time Control and Automation

• Audio Control Systems

  • Overview of Audio Systems in Live Entertainment

  • Mixing Consoles, Audio Processors, and Signal Flow

  • Digital Audio Networks: Dante, AES67, and AVB

  • Control of Sound Systems for Live Events: Wireless Control, Effects, and Mixing

  • Troubleshooting and System Calibration in Audio Control

• Video and Multimedia Control

  • The Role of Video in Live Entertainment

  • Video Mapping, Projection Systems, and LED Displays

  • Control Systems for Video Walls, Projectors, and Screens

  • Protocols for Video Control: HDMI, SDI, and NDI

  • Integration of Video and Lighting Systems for Synchronized Shows

• Automation and Stage Control

  • Introduction to Automation Systems in Live Entertainment

  • Types of Automation: Moving Stages, Set Pieces, and Stage Effects

  • Control of Stage Machinery and Motors

  • Integration of Automation with Lighting, Audio, and Video Systems

  • Safety and Reliability in Stage Automation

• Integration of Control Systems

  • Creating an Integrated Control System for Live Events

  • Managing Multiple Control Systems for Seamless Operation

  • Centralized vs. Decentralized Control Architectures

  • The Role of Software in Integrating Systems: Show Control Software

  • Synchronization of Audio, Video, Lighting, and Automation Systems

• Control Protocols and Networking

  • Overview of Control Protocols: DMX, MIDI, OSC, and TCP/IP

  • Managing Networks for Live Entertainment Systems

  • Understanding Timecode: SMPTE and MIDI Time Code (MTC)

  • Networked Control Systems: LANs, WLANs, and Remote Control

  • Troubleshooting Networked Control Systems

• Wireless Control Systems

  • The Growing Role of Wireless Technologies in Live Entertainment

  • Wireless DMX, Wireless Audio, and Remote Control Systems

  • Security and Reliability of Wireless Control Systems

  • Integration of Wireless Systems with Traditional Control Systems

  • Applications of Wireless Control in Touring and Festivals

• Control System Design and Implementation

  • Designing Control Systems for Different Types of Live Events

  • Creating Custom Control Systems for Unique Show Requirements

  • User Interface Design for Control Systems

  • Installation and Commissioning of Control Systems

  • Testing, Calibration, and System Optimization

• Show Control and Automation Software

  • Overview of Show Control and Cueing Software

  • Popular Show Control Software in the Entertainment Industry

  • Programming and Scheduling of Cues and Events

  • Integration of Various Control Systems Using Show Control Software

  • Advanced Features: Real-Time Changes and Dynamic Control

• Safety and Reliability in Control Systems

  • Ensuring Safety in Live Entertainment Control Systems

  • Redundancy, Backup Systems, and Fail-Safe Procedures

  • Managing Risk in Complex Live Event Setups

  • Certifications and Standards for Safety in Control Systems

  • Contingency Plans for Live Events: Preparing for System Failures

• Troubleshooting Control Systems

  • Common Issues in Control Systems and How to Solve Them

  • Diagnosing Hardware and Software Problems

  • Using Diagnostic Tools for Control Systems

  • Preventative Maintenance for Control Equipment

  • Handling Emergencies During Live Events

• Future Trends in Control Systems for Live Entertainment

  • Innovations in Control Systems: Virtual and Augmented Reality, AI, and Automation

  • The Role of 5G and IoT in Future Control Systems

  • Emerging Protocols and Technologies in Live Entertainment Control

  • How Control Systems Are Changing in a Post-Pandemic World

  • The Future of Interactive and Immersive Live Entertainment Experiences

• Case Studies: Successful Implementations of Control Systems

  • Large-Scale Concerts and Festival Setups

  • Theater Productions: From Broadway to Regional Theater

  • Corporate Events and Trade Shows

  • Interactive Experiences: Immersive Environments and Art Installations

  • Lessons Learned from Real-World Implementations

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